Stepping On: Fall Prevention Series
Course #40794
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Tuesday, April 8 - May 20, 1 - 3 p.m. (7 classes)
This seven-week series is based on behavior change and prevention, focusing on balance and strength exercises, medication review, vision review and home modifications. Participants will learn to build and maintain the physical strength and balance to walk confidently, what may increase the risk of a fall and how to avoid it, and how to make an individualized fall prevention action plan. Instructors: Injury prevention professionals from Boulder Fire-Rescue, Boulder Community Health and Intermountain Health.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation is a practice of encouraging attention to the present moment. By allowing for awareness of what is most present now, participants will develop the capacity for increased focus, openness, and peace. Each session will include a guided meditation, with emphasis on bringing purposeful and kind attention to the experience, followed by time for reflections and questions about the practice. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. Facilitator: Kara Traikoff is the Wellness Program Specialist with Boulder County Area Agency on Aging. She has a background in offering Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and adapted mindfulness courses.
Mindfulness Meditation - April
Course #40314
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, April 2, 1 - 2 p.m.
No Fee
Mindfulness Meditation - May
Course #40415
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, May 7, 1 - 2 p.m.
No Fee
Strength and Alignment
Using breath for increased self-awareness, this chair fitness class focuses on body alignment to increase bone density without injury by using resistance training with hand-held weights, resistance bands and isometric exercises using balls. Core strength is emphasized in all movements. This class includes a cardiovascular warm-up, a relaxing cool-down, and constant attention to balance. Exercises can be done standing or seated in a chair, all levels welcome. Instructor: Judy Kreith.
Strength and Alignment: Monday Series - April
Course #41214
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Mondays, April 7 - 28, 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Strength and Alignment: Wednesday Series - April
Course #40361
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, April 2 - 30, 10:15 - 11 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $40/$50 (5 classes)
Strength and Alignment: Monday Series - May
Course #41215
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Mondays, May 5 - 12, 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $16/$20
(2 classes, NO class 5/19 or 5/26)
Strength and Alignment: Wednesday Series - May
Course #40362
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, May 7 - 28, 10:15 - 11 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Chair Yoga and Balance
These classes bring together postures and techniques of yoga with the support of a chair. Participants will work together on seated postures, balancing, and more. All levels of experience welcome. Instructor: Peter Michaelsen.
Chair Yoga: Monday Series - April
Course #40354
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Mondays, April 7 - 28, 10 – 10:45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Chair Yoga: Monday Series - May
Course #40355
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Mondays, May 5 - 19, 10 – 10: 45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $24/$30
(3 classes, NO class 5/26)
Chair Yoga: Friday Series - April
Course #40357
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Fridays, April 4- 25, 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Chair Yoga: Friday Series - May
Course #40358
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Fridays, May 9 - 30, 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Fees: R/NR $40/$50 (5 classes)
NEW! Qi Gong
In traditional Chinese culture, the circulation of blood and vital energies can decrease as one ages causing stiffness in the body and other potential health issues. This class will focus on simple, yet effective Qi Gong exercises to re-establish strong circulation and retrain the nervous system while improving range of movement, balance, and reinvigorating all major body systems, creating a general sense of well-being. This class can be done standing or seated in a chair, all levels welcome.
Instructor: Craig Barnes has been practicing, teaching, and training instructors in Qi Gong and Tai Chi for 40 years. His primary focus is in using Qi practices for healing, meditation, and elevating the spirit.
FREE! Qi Gong Introduction Series
Course #41210
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, April 9 - 30, 11:15 a.m. – Noon (4 classes)
No Fee
Qi Gong - May Series
Course #41211
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, May 7 – 28, 11:15 a.m. – Noon (4 classes)
Fee: R/NR $32/$40
FREE Introduction to Tai Chi
Course #40360
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Tuesday, April 1, noon - 1 p.m.
No Fee
Tai Chi is a mind-body exercise utilizing slow, relaxed movement, a quiet mind, and deep, natural breathing that stimulates the flow of qi or chi (intrinsic energy). Join Older Adult Services Instructor, Steve Arney, for an introduction to tai chi, emphasizing balance, and including time for questions and answers. No charge, registration required.
T’ai Chi Level I: Beginning
Course #40364
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Tuesdays, April 8 – May 20, noon – 1 p.m. (7 classes)
Fees: R/NR $63/$79
Learn and review the basics, including breath, mental focus, postural awareness and correct mechanics of each move. Attention is given to relaxation, mind-body connection, and the first third of the 37-posture Yang short form. The instructor has given full permission for participants to photograph or video each new, weekly move as long as it is for personal use. Instructor: Steve Arney.
T’ai Chi Level II: Intermediate
Course #40365
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Tuesdays, April 1 – May 20, 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. (8 classes)
Fees: R/NR $72/$90
This class expands on what was learned in Level I Beginning class by continuing with the 37-posture Yang short form. Students must have completed Level I or been given instructor approval to enroll at this level. Instructor: Steve Arney.
T’ai Chi Level III: Advanced
Course #40366
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Fridays, April 4 – May 23, 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. (8 classes)
Fees: R/NR $72/$90
The Level III Advanced class will review and complete the entire 37-posture Yang short form. Students must have completed Level II or been given instructor approval to enroll at this level. Instructor: Steve Arney.
CU Physiology of Aging Information Table and Complimentary Blood Pressure Check
CU Physiology of Aging Lab conducts research on the effects of different lifestyle interventions on heart health and brain function in older adults (50+). CU Lab staff will be available to explain the different studies to older adults who may be interested in volunteering for a study. Complimentary blood pressure checks also available at this information table.
Physiology of Aging - April
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Thursday, April 10, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
No Fee
Drop-in at the table on a first-come, first-served basis
Physiology of Aging - May
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, May 14, 10 a.m. - noon
No Fee
Drop-in at the table on a first-come, first-served basis
CU Boulder Physiology of Aging Clinical Trials: From Initial Insights to Impact
Course #41149
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, May 28, 1 – 2 p.m.
No Fee
CU Boulder’s Integrative Physiology of Aging (IPA) Lab researches lifestyle interventions to maintain and improve cardiovascular health throughout the lifespan. Researchers will present findings from past studies that have informed current National Institute of Health funded trials. Attendees will learn about the established and potential impacts of MitoQ (an antioxidant), Fisetin (a compound found in strawberries), heat therapy, and inspiratory muscle strength training on blood vessel and brain function. Presenters: Dr. Brendan Kaiser, Staff Scientist and Bri Astorino, BS, Masters Student. The IPA Lab researches lifestyle interventions to maintain and improve cardiovascular health throughout the lifespan.
Plant Forward Boulder
Plant Forward Boulder is part of Building Healthy Communities (BHC) of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). BHCs support healthy, plant-based lifestyles by nurturing local connections, facilitating ongoing social support, and providing educational programming. Each month attendees will learn about important topics in lifestyle medicine. Instructor: Ann Thomasset holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition through eCornell, and is a BHC leader with PCRM.
April Topic: Healthy Gut Including Prebiotics and Probiotics
Course #40315
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Thursday, April 10, 10 - 11 a.m.
No Fee
May Topic: Supplements
Course #40416
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Thursday, May 8, 10 - 11 a.m.
No Fee
Feldenkrais: Move With Ease FREE Introduction
Course #41216
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Tuesday, May 6, 2:30 – 4 pm
No Fee
The Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education® helps participants learn to move with ease using slow, mindful movements to achieve powerful results in terms of balance, flexibility, and coordination. Feldenkrais relates directly to functional movements of daily life and an improved sense of grounding, walking and support. Lessons will be done seated, standing, and lying on a mat. Instructor: Gil Kelly personally trained with Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, and has been teaching the Feldenkrais Method for 40 years.
Feldenkrais: Move With Ease Mat Based Series
Course #41217
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Tuesdays, May 13 – June 17
2:30 – 4 p.m.
Fee: R/NR $60/$75 (6 classes)
The Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education uses gentle movement and directed attention to help people learn new and more effective ways of living. Increase ease and range of motion, improve flexibility and coordination, and rediscover an innate capacity for graceful and efficient movement. By improving quality of movement, unnecessary muscular tensions throughout the body can reorganize and release. Participants will walk, stand, or sit in a chair, and also lie on the floor in a variety of comfortable positions on the back, front, or side. Participants must be able to get up and down from a mat safely to join this series. Instructor: Gil Kelly.
NEW! Let’s Play Croquet in May
Course #41267
Where: East Boulder Community Center
Multi-Purpose Field 2 - grass field just west of the East Boulder Community Center Dog Park, near shelter with bench seating and restrooms.
When: Tuesdays, May 6 – 27, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $5 equipment fee paid to instructor first day of class (4 classes)
For both new and more experienced players. Learn croquet rules, techniques, and strategies using state-of-the-art equipment in the park near East Age Well Center.
Playing croquet can help improve eye-hand coordination, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, all while enjoying a fun outdoor game. Interact with others, engage in friendly competition, and build relationships through shared experiences. Shelter with seating is provided and a bathroom with water fountain is nearby; please bring a hat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Participants are welcome to bring a folding chair, if desired. Join instructor, Todd Marshall, Boulder LongGrass Croquet’s founder, for lessons and games of 9-Wicket ‘Backyard’ Croquet and 6-Wicket Golf Croquet.